Diving Safety Officer

Job SummaryReporting
to Manager, Shipboard Scientific Services Group, is responsible
for initiating and supervising the Institution's diving program
and training divers.

Major Duties

Has operational
authority for the diving program, including enforcement of diving
safety regulations, conduct of diver training and certification,
approval of dive plans and equipment, and the maintenenace of
Institution-owned diving equipment and records.

Implements
policy as established by Diving Control Board.

Reviews
the latest diving technology and procedures.

Recommend
budgets for the Diving Program and compiles an annual report
of diving activities for the Diving Control Board.

Performs
such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem
necessary.

Desired Education/Experience for HiringDegree
in Marine Science or related field. Must possess a current Instructor's
Certificate issued by a nationally recognized agency, have at least
4 years of varied diving experience plus 100 hours underwater using
SCUBA and surface supplied equipment. Must exhibit a thorough knowledge
of diving theory, safety practices, operational procedures and diver
training. Some sea duty may be required.